SonicWall NSa M.2 Installation Manual

SonicWall® NSa Series M.2 Module Replacement and Installation

This document provides instructions for removing and installing a SonicWall M.2 Module in your NSa x700 series appliance.

Some NSa models have the M.2 module compartment on the bottom, and on other models there are two (M0 and M1) M.2 module trays accessed from the rear panel. Follow the procedure that applies to your model.

CAUTION: The M.2 module contains parts and assemblies

susceptible to damage by electrostatic discharge (ESD). To prevent damage, handle the module using standard ESD procedures such as storing it in an electrostatic bag and handling it only while grounded.

WAR NING: Disconnect the NSa from power before beginning

M.2 module installation or removal.

For more safety guidelines, refer to the Safety, Regulatory and Legal Information for the product in which the M.2 module is being installed.

Package Contents

• M.2 module

• Torx tool for accessing rear panel M.2 module compartments

• Screw – inner screw for module attachment

• Tamper-evident sticker for FIPS compliance

Depending on the NSa model, the M.2 storage module is installed using one of the below methods:

a) NSa Series with Module Compartment on the Bottom

b) NSa Series with M.2 Module Trays on the Rear Panel

a) NSa Series with Module Compartment on the Bottom

To replace or install an M.2 module in the NSa appliance:

1 Turn the NSa upside-down and remove any tamper-evident sticker

from the module cover plate.

2 Use a Phillips PH1 screwdriver to remove the module cover plate.

3 If replacing an M.2 module, use a PH0 screwdriver to remove the

inner screw, and then remove the module.

4 Holding the new M.2 module label-side up and at an angle, insert

the module contact pins into the module slot and press the module down, aligning the notch with the inner screw location.

b) NSa Series with M.2 Module Trays on the Rear Panel

M.2 Module Trays on NSa Rear Panel

To replace or install an M.2 module in the NSa appliance:

1 Remove the seal covering the torx screw (left side) from the M.2

module tray on the rear panel of the NSa.

2 Use the provided torx tool to remove the torx screw.

3 Loosen the thumb screw holding the right side of the M.2 module

tray.

4 Grip the thumb screw and pull the tray out of the appliance.

5 Hold the module down and insert the provided screw. Tighten it

until snug with the PH0 screwdriver.

6 Replace the cover plate and use the PH1 screwdriver to tighten the

outer screw until snug.

7 Power on the appliance and ensure that the new M.2 module is

functioning correctly. Check the storage LED on the front panel and view M.2 module status in the DEVICE | Settings > Storage page.

8 If using FIPS mode, place the tamper-evident sticker over the

module cover plate and outer screw.

5 If replacing an M.2 module, use a Phillips PH0 screwdriver to

remove the screw that holds the M.2 module in place and then remove the module.

6 Holding the new M.2 module label-side up and at an angle, insert

the module contact pins into the module slot.

7 Press the module down, aligning the notch with the inner screw

location.

8 Hold the module down and insert the provided screw. Tighten it

until snug with the PH0 screwdriver.

9 Insert the module tray into the appliance and press it firmly into

place to seat the connectors.

10 Tighten the right thumb screw by pushing in and turning to the

right.

11 Insert and tighten the torx screw with the torx tool.

12 Power on the appliance and ensure that the new M.2 module is

functioning correctly. Check the storage LED on the front panel and view M.2 module status in the DEVICE | Settings > Storage page.

13 Apply the provided FIPS sticker so that it covers the torx screw.

This SonicWall M.2 Module is for use only with the appropriate SonicWall appliance. Use of this M.2 module with a SonicWall appliance that is not approved voids the warranty for that appliance. Contact SonicWall Support for details at

https://www.sonicwall.com/support/contact-support.

The following M.2 modules are supported for SonicWall NSa x700 series appliances:

02-SSC-3114 SONICWALL M2 32GB STORAGE MODULE 02-SSC-3115 SONICWALL M2 64GB STORAGE MODULE

02-SSC-3116 SONICWALL M2 128GB STORAGE MODULE

02-SSC-3117 SONICWALL M2 256GB STORAGE MODULE For information and related documents, see the following website:

https://www.sonicwall.com/support

SonicWall® NSa Series M.2 Module

Installation Guide

IMPORTANT: Be sure to apply the FIPS sticker properly to ensure

warranty protection for the appliance with the new M.2 module.

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data if instructions are not followed.

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NSa Series M.2 Module Installation Guide Updated - January 2021 232-005577-50 Rev A